August 18, 2014
Boulder County law enforcement officials are facing more mental health-related incidents, such as suicide threats, and are training to deal with them.
Though statistics for calls involving suicidal parties aren’t readily available, the number of countywide 72-hour mental health holds has increased in recent years, said Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle.
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If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.
